In this edition of CHRIS AKIN PRESENTS... NEWS, Chris weighs in on Sevendust's upcoming 21st-anniversary celebration of their acoustic album, Southside Double-Wide: Acoustic Live. He poses a thought-provoking question: are these anniversary tours genuine milestones, or simply a modern necessity for bands to maintain a touring presence? Chris offers his perspective on this growing trend in the music industry.

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Seth and Chris dive into the fake outrage surrounding comedian Shane Gillis's ESPYs appearance. They'll expose the "delusional" WNBA players demanding more money and tackle other hot topics. Seth shares a personal story about an online argument that crossed the line, dragging his family into it. Finally, they close out with Donald Trump's surprising support for the Cleveland Indians and Washington Redskins reinstating their original names.

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On this episode of Talking Into Infinity, we're doing something we've NEVER done before! We're pitting a single Dream Theater member against themselves! Get ready for the ultimate guitar showdown as we throw John Petrucci's two solo records – Suspended Animation and Terminal Velocity – into the octagon. Which one comes out victorious? Tune in to see which album reigns supreme!

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On this episode of THE CLASSIC METAL SHOW, Neeley and Chris dive into a series of hot topics impacting the music world. They kick things off by questioning the official narrative surrounding Steve Miller's tour cancellation, scrutinizing whether "weather" was truly the reason. Their skepticism offers a revealing look into the often-opaque world of concert promoters and artist decisions.

The discussion then pivots to Wolfgang Van Halen's recent decision to remove "WVH" from the band name Mammoth. Chris and Neeley explore the implications of this move, offering their candid opinions on branding, fan perception, and the enduring legacy of the Van Halen name. They also take a nostalgic, yet insightful, look back at how some 70s bands managed to brilliantly adapt their sound for the MTV era of the 80s, ensuring their longevity. Finally, the episode culminates in a classic Chris Akin moment as he unleashes on a particularly persistent "pest" in the live chat, providing an unhinged and unfiltered ...

Seth Williams and Chris Akin go raw and unfiltered on the death of Hulk Hogan, wrestling’s most iconic figure. They dive into Hogan’s impact, compare it with Ozzy Osbourne’s death, and wonder if this is the last week legends truly die. Plus—Seth’s hilarious dilemma after a Gen Z gas station clerk calls him “sir.”

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In this no-holds-barred CMS clip, Neeley and Chris talk about the whispers around Ozzy Osbourne's death. Was it natural, or did the legendary frontman go out by assisted suicide? The guys don't claim to know the answer—but they ask the questions everyone else is avoiding.

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